Thurrock Young Film Network

Thurrock Young Film Network supports young people in acquiring the skills, experience, and connections needed to pursue careers in the film industry. Through workshops, hands-on production roles, and curatorial opportunities, participants build strong portfolios and discover clear pathways into the profession.

Led by Alan Bright, our Young Film Programmers group curates screenings for both Thurrock Film Club and the Thurrock Film Festival, gaining real-world experience in programming, marketing, and audience engagement.

Participants also:

• Join our production teams

• Develop, shoot, and promote their own films

• Gain mentorship from professional filmmakers, festival programmers,

  and game producers

• Attend networking events with industry professionals

• Deepen their understanding of independent cinema

• Contribute to the marketing and design of our screening programmes

Our young creatives play a key role in the annual Thurrock Screen Culture Festival and in shaping the future of Thurrock Film Productions.

We are proud to be funded by BFI Film Academy, National Lottery, and Film Hub South East, and are an active member of the Young Film Programmers Network.

For more information or to get involved, contact us at: contact@filmthurrock.uk

Learn more about our partners: Film Hub South East